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Recording Studio in Margate, Kent
Studio One at Powder Mill Productions is a purpose-built recording studio in Margate, Kent, offering professional analogue and digital recording, mixing, mastering, and podcast production. Designed by experienced engineers with over 30 years in the industry, our immersive creative space is ideal for musicians, bands, podcasters, filmmakers, and broadcasters seeking serious results in a relaxed, inspiring location.
24-track Trident analogue console + Pro Tools rig
Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 immersive mixing suite
Podcast and voiceover recording rooms
Full video production and multi-cam streaming
Live band rehearsal space with full backline
Located in Margate Old Town, 15 mins from the station
Trusted by Kent’s top creators
Professional Audio Production in Coastal Kent
Based at Olby’s Creative Hub in the heart of vintage Margate, Studio One blends classic sound engineering with state-of-the-art technology. Built into the legendary Dug Out basement, this space is engineered to sound great, feel creative, and deliver commercial-grade results across music, film, and broadcast content.
Full Analogue & Digital Recording Facilities
Studio One features a flexible hybrid setup allowing you to record to 2in tape, digitally to Pro Tools, or in combination.
Available facilities include:
- Trident 68 analogue mixing desk
- Full Pro Tools digital workstation
- Up to 24-track live band recording
- Comprehensive mic locker (tube, ribbon, condenser)
- Extensive analogue outboard for mix colour
- Live and vocal booths with acoustic treatment
- Mastering chain for streaming, CD and vinyl output
Perfect for indie artists, composers, and producers seeking warmth, clarity, and workflow efficiency.
Dolby Atmos Mixing in Kent
We’re proud to offer one of the UK’s few Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 immersive audio suites tailored for music and film. Built with Dolby and PMC technicians, our room features:
- PMC Result6 monitors (LCR)
- PMC Wafers for surround and height channels
- Sub2 LFE support
- Fully calibrated by Dolby engineers
- Compatible with Pro Tools, Fairlight (Davinci), and Logic Pro
Deliver immersive, platform-ready mixes to Apple Music, Amazon, Tidal, Netflix, and more.
Podcast Recording in Margate
Whether launching your first podcast or recording your fiftieth, our dedicated suite supports high-quality production and distribution.
- Broadcast-quality vocal booth
- Multitrack recording
- Video podcasting and green screen available
- Distribution via Olbys.TV or your preferred platform
Band Rehearsals & Performance Space
Looking for rehearsal space in Margate? Hire our studio live room or stage for your next session. We offer:
- Full PA and monitors
- Practice rigs for stereo rehearsals
- 5-piece Sonor Ascent drum kit
- Bass and guitar cabs
- Optional stereo recording for playback
Sessions start at £15/hour, bookable in 3-hour blocks.
Studio Inventory
Sennheiser e945
Shure Beta 57A
Antelope Orion32+ gen3 interface
ART Pro-VLA II compressor
ATC SCM25a Monitors
Audient Mico Dual Channel Preamp
Avantone MixCube monitor
Dolby Atmos 12-channel immersive speaker system
Elesia Karacter saturator
Emu XL-1 Turbo
Epiphone Nighthawk Electric Guitar
Fishman Dual Channel acoustic amp
Focusrite ISA One Preamp
JBL Intonato 24 immersive speaker controller
JDK Audio R24 EQ
Manley ELOP+ valve compressor
Millenia HV- 3Cdual Channel Preamp
MixPre6 II preamp
Neo Instruments Ventilator 2 FX
Neumann closed back headphones
Quested SB10R subwoofer + SBC250 Amplifier
Raven MTi2 Touch Screen
Roland Integra 7 module
Sonarworks Sound ID Studio calibration mic+software
SSL Fusion Bus Processor
St Blues Bass Guitar
Tascam ATR-80 24-track 2in tape machine
TC Electronics M-One multi-FX
Tegeler Vari-Tube VTC compressor
TK Audio BC1 Ltd compressor
TK Audio BC1-S compressor
TL Audio C1 compressor
Trident T68 24:8:2 channel console
Universal Audio 6176 channel strip
UAD Apollo Twin interface
Warm Audio EQP-WA EQ
WARM Audio WA-2A compressor
WARM Audio WA-76 compressor
Yamaha KX5
Yamaha SPX 900 Multi-FX
Audio Technica AT 8033 Condensor Microphones stereo pair
Kush Audio Clarifonic MS EQ
Dave Smith Prophet 12
Drum Breakables/Hardware
Ibanez Roadster Fretless Bass
Korg CX3 organ
Korg JD800
Korg Wavestation
Empirical Labs Distressor compressor
TL Audio EQ-5013 stereo valve EQ
Moog Sub37 Analogue Synthesizer
Nord Stage 2 88
Rupert Neve Portico 5033 EQ
Snare Drum
Upright acoustic piano
Vox Continental 300
Yamaha Power V Special Drum Kit
Shure SM58 Dynamic Cardioid Vocal Microphone
Shure SM57 Dynamic Instrument Microphone
Shure SM7B Dynamic Studio Microphone
RØDE NT2
Sennheiser e838 Dynamic Cardiod Vocal Microphone
AKG C3000 Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
AKG C414 XLS Condenser Microphone Stereo Pair
AKG C900 Vocal Condensor Microphone
Neumann KM 184 Stereo Microphone Set
Shure KSM9 Cardioid and Supercardioid Condenser Mic
Neumann U87
Blue Woodpecker Ribbon Microphone
Telefunken TF29 Copperhead
Extinct BMx2 ‘Valkyr’ Stereo Ribbon Microphone
Studio Projects C4 Stereo Pair
AKG D112 Kick Drum Microphone
AKG D5 Dynamic Vocal Microphone
AKG/Audio Technica Drum Package
Radial ProDI Passive DI Box
Rode NT-SF1 Ambisonic Microphone
Royer R-DB20 dBooster In-line Signal Booster
K&M 25950 Microphone Stand – Short
Tegeler EQP-1 EQ
Rupert Neve Portico 5043 compressor-limiter
Roland V Drums
Ideal For:
- Independent musicians and bands
- Film score and sound design work
- Voiceover recording and ADR
- Podcasts and broadcast production
- Multi-cam live streaming and music videos
Need lighting, AV, or production extras for your project? We also provide AV production, mobile bar hire, and decor styling for shoots and launch events.
FAQs – Recording Studio Margate
Where is the studio located?
Studio One is in the Olby’s Creative Hub, in the heart of Margate Old Town. We’re just a 15-minute walk from Margate Station.
Can I record both digitally and to tape?
Yes. You can record to 2in analogue tape, direct to Pro Tools, or use a hybrid workflow.
Do you offer voiceover and ADR?
Yes. Our vocal booth and DAW setups are used regularly for voice work and post-production.
Can I book the Dolby Atmos suite separately?
Yes. The Dolby Atmos suite can be booked for mix sessions, final masters, or listening reviews. Please enquire for pricing.
Book Studio One, Recording Studio in Margate
Powder Mill Productions offers a rare combination of creativity, technology, and professional experience – all from the artistic heart of Margate. Whether you’re a band tracking a debut EP or a podcaster recording a series, we provide the space and support to elevate your sound.
Enquire now or call 01622 873434 or 07402 670883 to book your session.
Powder Mill Studio
Studio One,
4 Fort Hill,
Margate
CT9 1HD